Steinway Baby Grand Piano from America's Flagship Now on Public Display
For First Time, Steinway Baby Grand Piano from the Historic SS United States Now on Public Display at Steinway Hall in New York Piano from America’s Flagship Once Played by Duke Ellington and Other Renowned Musicians Was Recently Acquired by SS United States Conservancy The ship’s famous Steinway & Sons piano in the SS United States’ first class ballroom, with legendary jazz bandleader Duke Ellington seated at the keys and Broadway star Ethel Merman at the microphone. NEW YOR
Opening Night of the "Finding Home" Exhibition
Part of the mission of the SS United States Conservancy is to spread awareness of America's Flagship through participation in cultural and historical events. To that end, we are thrilled to have participated in a current exhibition at the Norman Rockwell Museum. As we recently reported, Finding Home: Four Artists Journeys celebrates the work of four immigrant artist, including David Macaulay — who, as a boy, traveled to his new home in the United States aboard the Big U. From
We Are Seeking Artifacts for Our Future Shipboard Museum
From the Conservancy's inception, we have focused on acquiring items from and related to the SS United States and United States Lines for future public display and educational outreach. Our ultimate goal is to create a shipboard museum aboard the redeveloped Big U, allowing our extensive archive of artifacts and photographs to be showcased in a permanent public display. In doing this, we will help preserve the legacy of America's Flagship for future generations, so that she m
New Norman Rockwell Museum Exhibit Highlights SS United States
“Finding Home: Four Artists’ Journeys” will Feature Famed Illustrator David Macaulay’s New Book, Crossing on Time, and a Massive Model of the SS United States. STOCKBRIDGE MA—Depicting poignant stories of immigrating to America, a new exhibition at the Norman Rockwell Museum showcases the journeys and rich family narratives of four renowned artists. For famed author-illustrator David Macaulay, that journey included a transatlantic voyage on board America’s Flagship, the SS Un
Special Announcement: Maritime History and Stewardship Cruise
Anchors aweigh! While we’re all dreaming of walking along the freshly painted decks of America’s Flagship and gazing at the waterfront from her dazzling promenade, the SS United States Conservancy is pleased to announce the next best thing: we are again partnering with the Pollin Group and offering a week-long Saving Our Maritime History Cruise. This voyage aboard Royal Caribbean's "Brilliance of the Seas" will depart from Boston on October 11, 2020 and travel along the coast
Don't Give Up the Ship: A Special Opportunity for Conservancy Supporters
More than 67 years after her unforgettable, record-breaking maiden voyage, the SS United States continues to inspire people of all ages and from all walks of life. The Conservancy remains committed to giving this magnificent vessel her long-awaited second act, and we cannot do this without your continued support. With that in mind, we are calling on all of our supporters to renew their commitment to America's Flagship with a donation of $35 or more during the month of Septemb
Step Aboard America's Flagship with Soaring New Video Footage
Last month, a select group of Conservancy members were given the opportunity of a lifetime: a chance to climb aboard the SS United States for a special, extensive tour with Crossing on Time author, David Macaulay. As longtime subscribers to this newsletter are aware, David is an award-winning author and illustrator who traveled on the Big U as a boy, relocating to his new home in the US. Crossing on Time is his newly published, lavishly illustrated, and critically acclaimed b
A Rare Tour Opportunity for One Social Media Savvy Supporter
In honor of the 67th anniversary of the Big U's record-breaking maiden voyage, we're rechristening July 2019 as Blue Riband Month. All month long, we'll be celebrating the unforgettable early days of this magnificent vessel — the highlight of which will be a tour open exclusively to former passengers, crew, and family members (as well as their guests). On Saturday, July 20, from 9:00am to 11:00am, we'll be hosting a special, limited-access tour of the SS United States, where
An Amazing Opportunity for America's Flagship Fans
In addition to the special tour opportunity for Conservancy members announced earlier this week, we are also offering a chance for a passionate fan of the SS United States to meet author and illustrator David Macaulay in person aboard the Big U on June 8. Simply email us a one-page letter explaining why you love America's Flagship — or why you love David's new book about the vessel, Crossing on Time. Illustrations accompanying your letter are welcome! This opportunity is inte
A Chance for an Exclusive Tour of the SS United States with Author David Macaulay
The Conservancy is excited to announce an exclusive opportunity for our supporters. From Conservancy members who join or renew between now and May 19, 2019, FIVE LUCKY SUPPORTERS will be chosen to take part in a special tour of America's Flagship, guided by world-renowned author-illustrator David Macaulay. Macaulay’s new book, Crossing On Time, tells the story of history’s steamships, especially the greatest of them all — the SS United States. Macaulay immigrated to America a
